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UI Post-UTME Use of English 2024 (Model questions) Question 17

Question 17

Vocabulary in Context

A person who studies the origin of words is a(n):

  1. A.Philologist
  2. B.Paleontologist
  3. C.Archaeologist
  4. D.Biologist
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Answer: A (Philologist)

Explanation

A philologist studies the history and origin of words and languages; the others study fossils, ancient remains and living things.